The care of the peace of the church, the duty of every Christian in a discourse upon Psalm 122, 6, wherein the main pleas, for separation are examined and the true causes thereof shewed ... / by Tho. Adderley ... ; to which is annexed a letter, briefly shewing the great danger and sinfulness of popery, written to a young gentleman (a Roman Catholick) in Warwick-shire.
And let the condition of Christians, either in their publick or private capacities, be almost what it will, they may easily find out some Psalm very proper and seasonable for their relief and comfort;
And let the condition of Christians, either in their public or private capacities, be almost what it will, they may Easily find out Some Psalm very proper and seasonable for their relief and Comfort;
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As men infested with several Diseases and Distempers of Body, may find some Drugs and Medicines in the Apothecarys Shop, to Purge out those different humors that do most infest their Bodies.
As men infested with several Diseases and Distempers of Body, may find Some Drugs and Medicines in the Apothecarys Shop, to Purge out those different humours that do most infest their Bodies.
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So may Christians find out some Portion of the Psalms of David, that may Administer some ease and comfort to them, under all or most of those many troubles that are incident to Humane Life.
So may Christians find out Some Portion of the Psalms of David, that may Administer Some ease and Comfort to them, under all or most of those many Troubles that Are incident to Humane Life.
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And hence it is, as I suppose, that our Church hath so wisely proportioned the Psalms of David, that they may be read through once at least in every Month of the year, by the constant frequenters and attenders of her Service, that so, by our frequent reading and observing the same, we might readily find out some Psalm, either in the whole,
And hence it is, as I suppose, that our Church hath so wisely proportioned the Psalms of David, that they may be read through once At least in every Monn of the year, by the constant frequenters and attenders of her Service, that so, by our frequent reading and observing the same, we might readily find out Some Psalm, either in the Whole,
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when the Ark of God was most happily restored, and brought back by him to Jerusalem. If you look into the 2 Sam. 6.2. you will there find, that the Ark of God was in the House of Abinadab in Gibeah, a High place in the City Baalah of Judah; and from thence it was removed and carryed by David into the House of Obed Edom the Gittite, who received a Blessing from God, together with all his Houshold, by reason of the presence of it, v. 10.11. of that Chapter.
when the Ark of God was most happily restored, and brought back by him to Jerusalem. If you look into the 2 Sam. 6.2. you will there find, that the Ark of God was in the House of Abinadab in Gibeah, a High place in the city Baalah of Judah; and from thence it was removed and carried by David into the House of Obed Edom the Gittite, who received a Blessing from God, together with all his Household, by reason of the presence of it, v. 10.11. of that Chapter.
until it was brought into Jerusalem, the City of David, and there placed. Thither it was at length brought by Israel with joy and great gladness, with shouting,
until it was brought into Jerusalem, the city of David, and there placed. Thither it was At length brought by Israel with joy and great gladness, with shouting,
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At which readiness and willingness of theirs, the Holy Prophet was so well pleased, that he tells us, v. 1. of this Psalm, that he was glad, I was glad (sayes he) when they said unto me, let us go into the House of the Lord.
At which readiness and willingness of theirs, the Holy Prophet was so well pleased, that he tells us, v. 1. of this Psalm, that he was glad, I was glad (Says he) when they said unto me, let us go into the House of the Lord.
And now that the Holy Prophet might not fear their weariness and inconstancy in the performance of their Devotions, that he might not think that this their great zeal would prove like the Morning Dew, quickly scatter'd and soon gone;
And now that the Holy Prophet might not Fear their weariness and inconstancy in the performance of their Devotions, that he might not think that this their great zeal would prove like the Morning Due, quickly scattered and soon gone;
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that he might be fully assured and perswaded of their perseverance and constancy in it, they presently make this firm resolution, v. 2. Our feet shall stand in thy Gates, O Jerusalem.
that he might be Fully assured and persuaded of their perseverance and constancy in it, they presently make this firm resolution, v. 2. Our feet shall stand in thy Gates, Oh Jerusalem.
though they do not hear that very voice that was heard a little before the Destruction of Jerusalem, a voice (as some think) uttered by the Angels out of the Clouds, abeamus hinc, let us flit and be gone,
though they do not hear that very voice that was herd a little before the Destruction of Jerusalem, a voice (as Some think) uttered by the Angels out of the Clouds, abeamus hinc, let us flit and be gone,
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In which Exhortation you may observe these Three particulars. First, Here is a plain specification of the thing for which he importunes their care, and that is Jerusalem.
In which Exhortation you may observe these Three particulars. First, Here is a plain specification of the thing for which he importunes their care, and that is Jerusalem.
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Before I come to treat of any particular point, it will be needful to speak briefly of a very great mistake, that is crept into the minds of many ignorant people, in reference to duties of this nature.
Before I come to Treat of any particular point, it will be needful to speak briefly of a very great mistake, that is crept into the minds of many ignorant people, in Referente to duties of this nature.
and of a Temple and the like, being things long since demolished and gone, that this Exhortation therefore is of no obligation at all unto them, that they are no ways concerned in it,
and of a Temple and the like, being things long since demolished and gone, that this Exhortation Therefore is of no obligation At all unto them, that they Are no ways concerned in it,
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There is no question to be made (said a Reverend Prelate and Martyr of our Church) but that the eye of the Prophet was so clear, that he look'd quite through the Temple of Jerusalem, which was but a Figure or Shadow of that which was to come,
There is no question to be made (said a Reverend Prelate and Martyr of our Church) but that the eye of the Prophet was so clear, that he looked quite through the Temple of Jerusalem, which was but a Figure or Shadow of that which was to come,
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For after the Ark of God was placed there, it became not only the house of Religion or the House of God, verse the 1. But also the house of the State or Kingdom,
For After the Ark of God was placed there, it became not only the house of Religion or the House of God, verse the 1. But also the house of the State or Kingdom,
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because there also is the Seat of Judgment, verse the 5. And therefore it is our duty to pray for the peace of both, not only for the peace of the Church,
Because there also is the Seat of Judgement, verse the 5. And Therefore it is our duty to pray for the peace of both, not only for the peace of the Church,
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The thing which most men are most extreamly forgetful of, is the peace of the Church, they are but little concerned at the rents and breaches that are made in it;
The thing which most men Are most extremely forgetful of, is the peace of the Church, they Are but little concerned At the rends and Breaches that Are made in it;
The word here rendred, pray, is in the Septuagint NONLATINALPHABET, which signifies to ask and enquire after, to labor and endeavor the good of any thing.
The word Here rendered, pray, is in the septuagint, which signifies to ask and inquire After, to labour and endeavour the good of any thing.
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And then the sense of the exhortation, will be much agreable with that of the holy Apostle St. Paul, Rom. 14.19. Follow after, or most zealously attend to those things, that make for the peace of Jerusalem or the Church. By the word, peace, is here meant all kind of blessings, all manner of prosperity.
And then the sense of the exhortation, will be much agreeable with that of the holy Apostle Saint Paul, Rom. 14.19. Follow After, or most zealously attend to those things, that make for the peace of Jerusalem or the Church. By the word, peace, is Here meant all kind of blessings, all manner of Prosperity.
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Pacis nomen generaliter accipitur pro loeto & foelici statu (sayes Molle••s in his exposition of this Psalm ) the word peace is generally taken for a joyful and most happy State,
Pacis Nome generaliter accipitur Pro loeto & foelici Statu (Says Molle••s in his exposition of this Psalm) the word peace is generally taken for a joyful and most happy State,
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It is a thing so good, that without it nothing can be good, with it (says Solomon ) an handful of hearbs, without it an house full of Sacrifices is not good, Pro. 17.1.
It is a thing so good, that without it nothing can be good, with it (Says Solomon) an handful of herbs, without it an house full of Sacrifices is not good, Pro 17.1.
and thereby engage, and perswade you all to this great and important duty, of praying for the peace of Jerusalem, or for the prosperity and safety of the Church.
and thereby engage, and persuade you all to this great and important duty, of praying for the peace of Jerusalem, or for the Prosperity and safety of the Church.
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When our Saviour Christ (upon St. Peters acknowledgment, and confession of his being the true Messias, and the son of the living God) told him, thou art Peter, and upon this Rock (i. e.) upon this confession, which thou, whose name signifies a Rock or Stone, hast made, I will build my Church;
When our Saviour christ (upon Saint Peter's acknowledgment, and Confessi of his being the true Messias, and the son of the living God) told him, thou art Peter, and upon this Rock (i. e.) upon this Confessi, which thou, whose name signifies a Rock or Stone, hast made, I will built my Church;
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and withal made that promise, that the Gates of Hell (i.e.) all the power and strength, wisdom and policy, authority and empire in the world, no, not the grave or Satan himself, which proverbially are said to be irresistable, should ever prevail against it, or destroy it.
and withal made that promise, that the Gates of Hell (i.e.) all the power and strength, Wisdom and policy, Authority and empire in the world, no, not the grave or Satan himself, which proverbially Are said to be irresistible, should ever prevail against it, or destroy it.
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Though the Ark of God was setled in Jerusalem, and though the people (as you have heard) were so resolvedly constant in the performance of their devotions;
Though the Ark of God was settled in Jerusalem, and though the people (as you have herd) were so resolvedly constant in the performance of their devotions;
No sooner had the Apostles planted the Christian Church, but the Gnosticks, the followers of Simon Magus, that first Priests of the Church, presently sowed their Tares of discord and dissention in it,
No sooner had the Apostles planted the Christian Church, but the Gnostics, the followers of Simon Magus, that First Priests of the Church, presently sowed their Tares of discord and dissension in it,
And hence were all those pathetick exhortations laid down by the Apostles, in their several Epistles to the several Churches, of following the things that make for peace, of having peace amongst themselves, of keeping the unity of the spirit in the bond of peace, and the like.
And hence were all those pathetic exhortations laid down by the Apostles, in their several Epistles to the several Churches, of following the things that make for peace, of having peace among themselves, of keeping the unity of the Spirit in the bound of peace, and the like.
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Who came indeed (according to our Saviour's prediction) in Sheeps cloathing, as the true Prophets of old used to do, thereby pretending the greatest innocency and meekness that could be,
Who Come indeed (according to our Saviour's prediction) in Sheep clothing, as the true prophets of old used to do, thereby pretending the greatest innocency and meekness that could be,
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after he had told them of his going up to Jerusalem, and of the bonds and afflictions, which, by the testimony of the holy Ghost, in every City, should attend him there;
After he had told them of his going up to Jerusalem, and of the bonds and afflictions, which, by the testimony of the holy Ghost, in every city, should attend him there;
and to be the more careful and watchful over it, for this reason, because that after his departure, grievous Wolves would enter in amongst them, not sparing the flock;
and to be the more careful and watchful over it, for this reason, Because that After his departure, grievous Wolves would enter in among them, not sparing the flock;
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and men would arise, speaking perverse things to draw away Disciples after them (i. e.) because they would soon be solicited with false Teachers, seducing the faithful,
and men would arise, speaking perverse things to draw away Disciples After them (i. e.) Because they would soon be solicited with false Teachers, seducing the faithful,
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and by reason of those grievious persecutions of it by the heathen Emperors, soon after the first plantation of it, may not unfitly be compared, to that Man-child of which the Woman Travelled, Revel. 12.4. Which was ready to be devoured as soon as ever it was born.
and by reason of those grievious persecutions of it by the heathen Emperor's, soon After the First plantation of it, may not unfitly be compared, to that Manchild of which the Woman Traveled, Revel. 12.4. Which was ready to be devoured as soon as ever it was born.
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For on the one hand, the heathen Emperors, Nero and Domitian, Maxentius and Dioclesian, and the rest of those that make up that decuplum flagellum Dei, that Ten-stringed Scourge of God, sought to batter it down by violence, and to suppress it.
For on the one hand, the heathen Emperor's, Nero and Domitian, Maxentius and Diocletian, and the rest of those that make up that decuplum flagellum Dei, that Ten-stringed Scourge of God, sought to batter it down by violence, and to suppress it.
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It's true indeed, the Church of God has ever since the time of Constantine the great, the first of all the Roman Emperors, that publickly owned and embraced Christianity, enjoyed some halcyonian days, days of peace,
It's true indeed, the Church of God has ever since the time of Constantine the great, the First of all the Roman Emperor's, that publicly owned and embraced Christianity, enjoyed Some Haltionian days, days of peace,
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And as it was heretofore, Ephraim against Manasses, and Manasses against Ephraim, but both against Judah; So the Papists make a great clamor and out-cry against our Sectaries,
And as it was heretofore, Ephraim against Manasses, and Manasses against Ephraim, but both against Judah; So the Papists make a great clamor and outcry against our Sectaries,
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and our Sectaries cry out as eagerly against the Papists, when as they are both of them really and truely against the true Church of God. And by this means, alas!
and our Sectaries cry out as eagerly against the Papists, when as they Are both of them really and truly against the true Church of God. And by this means, alas!
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they do contribute too much towards the growth and encrease of each other, and indeed (as might easily be made out) to the growth and encrease of Atheism,
they do contribute too much towards the growth and increase of each other, and indeed (as might Easily be made out) to the growth and increase of Atheism,
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because of those many enemies, which continually lay feige against it, endeavoring to disturb it's peace and utterly to overthrow it. 2ly. It will appear to be a duty highly concerning &c. because the peace and safety of the State and Kingdom, does very much depend upon it.
Because of those many enemies, which continually lay feige against it, endeavouring to disturb it's peace and utterly to overthrow it. 2ly. It will appear to be a duty highly Concerning etc. Because the peace and safety of the State and Kingdom, does very much depend upon it.
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whence come wars and fightings among you? Whence have all those Wars and Broils and Bloody Massacres, which have happened within less then one Century of years, in several of our neighbor nations, proceeded,
whence come wars and fightings among you? Whence have all those Wars and Broils and Bloody Massacres, which have happened within less then one Century of Years, in several of our neighbour Nations, proceeded,
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and Son against Father, but only from the same diversity of opinion in Religion, and about the Worship and Service of God? From whence springs, that inveterate and implacable malice of the Papists at this present,
and Son against Father, but only from the same diversity of opinion in Religion, and about the Worship and Service of God? From whence springs, that inveterate and implacable malice of the Papists At this present,
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and schismaticks in the Church? Ut fratrum odia sint acerrima, sic e•rum ferè qui consortes aliquando ejusdem religionis, says the learned Lypsius: As the hatred of Brothers,
and Schismatics in the Church? Ut fratrum Odia sint acerrima, sic e•rum ferè qui consorts aliquando ejusdem Religion, Says the learned Lipsius: As the hatred of Brother's,
If you look but into the 9. Chap. of St. Lukes Gospel, and compare it with the 4. Chap. of St. Johns, you will find all that I now speak of to be true.
If you look but into the 9. Chap. of Saint Lukes Gospel, and compare it with the 4. Chap. of Saint Johns, you will find all that I now speak of to be true.
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The one thought Jerusalem to be the only place for it, the other Mount Gerisin. And therefore our Saviour Christ coming to a Village of the Samaritans,
The one Thought Jerusalem to be the only place for it, the other Mount Gerisin. And Therefore our Saviour christ coming to a Village of the Samaritans,
because he did but seem to them to be going towards Jerusalem, they would not so much as give him the least kind reception, and entertainment amongst them.
Because he did but seem to them to be going towards Jerusalem, they would not so much as give him the least kind reception, and entertainment among them.
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How is it, that thou, being a Jew, ( says the Samaritan Woman to our Saviour Christ) askest drink of me, who am a Woman of Samaria? For the Jews have no dealings, no communication or familiarity with the Samaritans.
How is it, that thou, being a Jew, (Says the Samaritan Woman to our Saviour christ) askest drink of me, who am a Woman of Samaria? For the jews have no dealings, not communication or familiarity with the Samaritans.
And now ye your selves shall judge, whether it's possible, for that State or Kingdom to continue long in peace and safety, where there is great difference in Religion.
And now you your selves shall judge, whither it's possible, for that State or Kingdom to continue long in peace and safety, where there is great difference in Religion.
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Had we but peace and unity and an amicable agreement amongst our selves, we need not then so much fear all the cunningst plots of the Jesuits, that are hatched in the conclave of Rome, and acted by their Emissaries here;
Had we but peace and unity and an amicable agreement among our selves, we need not then so much Fear all the cunningest plots of the Jesuits, that Are hatched in the conclave of Room, and acted by their Emissaries Here;
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who, as our Saviour Christ says of the Scribes and Pharisees, do compass Sea and Land to make a Proselite, and afterwards make him seven fold more the Child of the Devil than he was before.
who, as our Saviour christ Says of the Scribes and Pharisees, do compass Sea and Land to make a Proselyte, and afterwards make him seven fold more the Child of the devil than he was before.
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We should all go to the house of God as friends, Psal. 55.5. and meet as the Apostles did at the descent of the holy Ghost upon them, Acts 2. with one accord in one place.
We should all go to the house of God as Friends, Psalm 55.5. and meet as the Apostles did At the descent of the holy Ghost upon them, Acts 2. with one accord in one place.
and indeed most unreasonable complaints, which they make against our Church, and to unite against that common enemy, who so vigorously endeavors the ruin of it,
and indeed most unreasonable complaints, which they make against our Church, and to unite against that Common enemy, who so vigorously endeavors the ruin of it,
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As the concurrence of multitude of Heresies, and mutability in Religion (as a late Learned and judicious writer observes) was a means to bring in Antichrist;
As the concurrence of multitude of Heresies, and mutability in Religion (as a late Learned and judicious writer observes) was a means to bring in Antichrist;
so the present differences and animosities amongst our selves, fomented by the Factors of Rome, will have no small tendency to bring back the infallible Chair.
so the present differences and animosities among our selves, fomented by the Factors of Room, will have no small tendency to bring back the infallible Chair.
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And if God Almighty should again suffer that common enemy, to enter in at the breaches we have made amongst our selves (as a just and deserved punishment upon us for it) then (to use the words of the Learned Doctor Stillingfleet, ) should we begin to wish, that we had soon known the difference, between the reasonable commands of our own Church,
And if God Almighty should again suffer that Common enemy, to enter in At the Breaches we have made among our selves (as a just and deserved punishment upon us for it) then (to use the words of the Learned Doctor Stillingfleet,) should we begin to wish, that we had soon known the difference, between the reasonable commands of our own Church,
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such as the Apostle St. Paul speaks of in the 11. Chap. of his Epistle to the Hebrews, As are forced to wander about, in Sheep-skins and goatskins, to hide themselves in Dens and Caves of the Earth, being destitute, afflicted and tormented.
such as the Apostle Saint Paul speaks of in the 11. Chap. of his Epistle to the Hebrews, As Are forced to wander about, in Sheepskins and goatskins, to hide themselves in Dens and Caves of the Earth, being destitute, afflicted and tormented.
Ask such as those, I say, what a blessed and happy a State it is, to live in the Fellowship and Communion of such a Church as ours is, wherein the word of God is truly and sincerely, not rashly and unpremeditately Preached, the Sacraments rightly and duly,
Ask such as those, I say, what a blessed and happy a State it is, to live in the Fellowship and Communion of such a Church as ours is, wherein the word of God is truly and sincerely, not rashly and unpremeditately Preached, the Sacraments rightly and duly,
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and not irreverently given and received, where there is nothing enjoyned or commanded, but what is altogether agreeable with the prescribed rule, and canon of holy Scripture.
and not irreverently given and received, where there is nothing enjoined or commanded, but what is altogether agreeable with the prescribed Rule, and canon of holy Scripture.
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If you should ask them this question, I am perswaded, that they would be ready to return you an answer in those words of holy David, Psalm. 144.15. Happy are the People that are in such a case;
If you should ask them this question, I am persuaded, that they would be ready to return you an answer in those words of holy David, Psalm. 144.15. Happy Are the People that Are in such a case;
and to pray for the peace of the Church. 1. because of those many enemies, which lay seige against it, endeavoring to disturb it's peace and utterly to overthrow it. 2ly. because the peace and safety of the State and Kingdom doth very much depend upon it.
and to pray for the peace of the Church. 1. Because of those many enemies, which lay siege against it, endeavouring to disturb it's peace and utterly to overthrow it. 2ly. Because the peace and safety of the State and Kingdom does very much depend upon it.
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Use 1. First then, Is it so that it is a duty of so great concernment to us all, to endeavor the safety and to pray for the peace of the Church? How cautious and careful should we all then be, in avoiding all such who endeavor to break the peace of it,
Use 1. First then, Is it so that it is a duty of so great concernment to us all, to endeavour the safety and to pray for the peace of the Church? How cautious and careful should we all then be, in avoiding all such who endeavour to break the peace of it,
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and to sow division and dissention in it? Look upon that exhortation of the Apostle St. Paul, which I shall make use of at this time unto you all, in the 16. Chap. of his Epistle to the Romans and the 17. verse, I beseech you, Brethren, mark them which cause divisions and offences, contrary to the Doctrine ye have learned, and avoid them.
and to sow division and dissension in it? Look upon that exhortation of the Apostle Saint Paul, which I shall make use of At this time unto you all, in the 16. Chap. of his Epistle to the Romans and the 17. verse, I beseech you, Brothers, mark them which cause divisions and offences, contrary to the Doctrine you have learned, and avoid them.
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And much like unto this, is, that warning given us by our Saviour Christ, Matth. 7.15. Beware of false Prophets, which come to you in Sheeps-clothing, but inwardly they are ravenous Wolves;
And much like unto this, is, that warning given us by our Saviour christ, Matthew 7.15. Beware of false prophets, which come to you in Sheep's clothing, but inwardly they Are ravenous Wolves;
but if their design be to infuse into their followers and seeds of impiety, injustice, uncleanness, uncharitableness, sedition, rebellion, disobedience to Governors,
but if their Design be to infuse into their followers and seeds of impiety, injustice, uncleanness, uncharitableness, sedition, rebellion, disobedience to Governors,
and to make it their main business, to make the rents and breaches of it wider? This Church of ours (like the poor Traveller, in the Parable, that was going down from Jerusalem to Jerico ) hath had the hard fortune, to fall amongst merciless Thieves and Robbers, who have not only stript her of her Raiment,
and to make it their main business, to make the rends and Breaches of it wider? This Church of ours (like the poor Traveller, in the Parable, that was going down from Jerusalem to Jericho) hath had the hard fortune, to fallen among merciless Thieves and Robbers, who have not only stripped her of her Raiment,
And too many there are, who, though professedly her sons, are yet so indifferent, and cool in their affections towards her, that (like the Priest and the Levite ) if they happen to Travel that way where she lyes, they may perchance vouchsafe to cast a look at her,
And too many there Are, who, though professedly her Sons, Are yet so indifferent, and cool in their affections towards her, that (like the Priest and the Levite) if they happen to Travel that Way where she lies, they may perchance vouchsafe to cast a look At her,
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for can any man perswade me, that that person is my friend, who when he either sees or hears me grosly wronged and abused, will only stand and look on,
for can any man persuade me, that that person is my friend, who when he either sees or hears me grossly wronged and abused, will only stand and look on,
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yet they are not her worst enemies neither, for others there are that are far more unmerciful to her still, who instead of having compassion on her, instead of coming to her (like the good Samaritan in the forenamed parable) to bind up her wounds,
yet they Are not her worst enemies neither, for Others there Are that Are Far more unmerciful to her still, who instead of having compassion on her, instead of coming to her (like the good Samaritan in the forenamed parable) to bind up her wounds,
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and to pour in Oyle and Wine, the most healing and comfortable Medicines, seek rather for salt and vinegar, the most corroding and fretting ingredients,
and to pour in Oil and Wine, the most healing and comfortable Medicines, seek rather for salt and vinegar, the most corroding and fretting ingredients,
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But would to God, that not only those, who pass her by so unconcerned and indifferent, would consider how unacceptable and unpleasing such a luke-warm, treacherous temper is to God,
But would to God, that not only those, who pass her by so unconcerned and indifferent, would Consider how unacceptable and unpleasing such a lukewarm, treacherous temper is to God,
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and whether this be any better then to be ashamed of him before men; but also those, and those especially, who do thus endeavor to keep open at least,
and whither this be any better then to be ashamed of him before men; but also those, and those especially, who do thus endeavour to keep open At least,
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if not to widen her differences also, would timely consider, not only the manifest folly, but also the extream sinfulness and the inexcusable impiety of it.
if not to widen her differences also, would timely Consider, not only the manifest folly, but also the extreme sinfulness and the inexcusable impiety of it.
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even to be called the sons of God, surely then we may from hence most reasonably infer and conclude, that no less then the greatest punishment and curse, shall be the reward and portion of all such,
even to be called the Sons of God, surely then we may from hence most reasonably infer and conclude, that no less then the greatest punishment and curse, shall be the reward and portion of all such,
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For why should our Saviour Christ have taken so much care to prevent it, had it been but a small matter? Why should he have took so much pains (as he did) with his Apostles, to instruct them throughly, that so they might not disagree or thwart one another in any thing,
For why should our Saviour christ have taken so much care to prevent it, had it been but a small matter? Why should he have took so much pains (as he did) with his Apostles, to instruct them thoroughly, that so they might not disagree or thwart one Another in any thing,
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and to have divided one from another? He that considers, how ardently he prayed for them, not long before he left the world, that they might be at Unity and Peace amongst themselves, will never doubt but that it had been sinful,
and to have divided one from Another? He that considers, how ardently he prayed for them, not long before he left the world, that they might be At Unity and Peace among themselves, will never doubt but that it had been sinful,
And again verse 4. While one saith, I am of Paul, and another, I am of Apollos, are ye not carnal? And if that rule be true, noscitur ex socio — we may nearly guess what a man is, by the company he usually keeps;
And again verse 4. While one Says, I am of Paul, and Another, I am of Apollos, Are you not carnal? And if that Rule be true, noscitur ex socio — we may nearly guess what a man is, by the company he usually keeps;
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Now the works of the flesh (says St Paul) are manifest, which are these, Adultery, Fornication, Uncleanness, Lasciviousness, Idolatry, Witchcraft, Hatred, Variance, Emulations, Wrath, Strife, Seditions, Heresies, and so on, in the 5. Chap. of his Epistle to the Galathians 19.20. verses.
Now the works of the Flesh (Says Saint Paul) Are manifest, which Are these, Adultery, Fornication, Uncleanness, Lasciviousness, Idolatry, Witchcraft, Hatred, Variance, Emulations, Wrath, Strife, Seditions, Heresies, and so on, in the 5. Chap. of his Epistle to the Galatians 19.20. Verses.
of the which (says he) I tell you, as I have also told you in time past, that they which do such things shall not inherit the Kingdom of God. One of the main things which we lay to the charge of the Church of Rome, and of which I do verily believe they are guilty, is Idolatry.
of the which (Says he) I tell you, as I have also told you in time past, that they which do such things shall not inherit the Kingdom of God. One of the main things which we lay to the charge of the Church of Rome, and of which I do verily believe they Are guilty, is Idolatry.
But I would to God, that all that lay that sin to their charge, would consider, that this sin of making a schism and divisions in the Church, is reckon'd up by the Apostle in the same Catalogue.
But I would to God, that all that lay that since to their charge, would Consider, that this since of making a Schism and divisions in the Church, is reckoned up by the Apostle in the same Catalogue.
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And if we should trace the sense of the church a little further, we should find that the primitive Fathers, held this sin in no less abhorrence and detestation,
And if we should trace the sense of the Church a little further, we should find that the primitive Father's, held this since in no less abhorrence and detestation,
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Sirs? why do you these things? why will ye thus make, and still foment and carry on a schism and division in the Church? But here they think to wipe of all that is thus said against them, by telling us that their departure or separation from our Church, is altogether involuntary,
Sirs? why do you these things? why will you thus make, and still foment and carry on a Schism and division in the Church? But Here they think to wipe of all that is thus said against them, by telling us that their departure or separation from our Church, is altogether involuntary,
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What have we done? What evil is there in what we do? Is there not a cause? Have we not sufficient reason for it? Here therefore we have an occasion given, to examine their pleas and pretences for their separation,
What have we done? What evil is there in what we do? Is there not a cause? Have we not sufficient reason for it? Here Therefore we have an occasion given, to examine their pleasant and pretences for their separation,
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And because they are so well known to take all occasions and opportunities, to infuse such things into the heads of their Disciples and followers, not only in their meetings and conventicles;
And Because they Are so well known to take all occasions and opportunities, to infuse such things into the Heads of their Disciples and followers, not only in their meetings and conventicles;
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The very strength of all their objections against our Church, and their greatest pleas for their separating and dividing from it, may briefly be drawn up under two heads, which I shall first lay down,
The very strength of all their objections against our Church, and their greatest pleasant for their separating and dividing from it, may briefly be drawn up under two Heads, which I shall First lay down,
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and save both my self and all others any further trouble. 1st. Let him consider, that if this Church were any ways affianced to that of Rome, I mean as to any thing that is truely superstitious and sinful, certainly there had not been a man of all those pious, Learned and conscientious Divines, in Queen Mary 's days, that would have Sacrificed their estates and lives, in testimony of the purity and uncorruptness of it.
and save both my self and all Others any further trouble. 1st. Let him Consider, that if this Church were any ways affianced to that of Room, I mean as to any thing that is truly superstitious and sinful, Certainly there had not been a man of all those pious, Learned and conscientious Divines, in Queen Marry is days, that would have Sacrificed their estates and lives, in testimony of the purity and uncorruptness of it.
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The Devil, though he was a lyar from the beginning, yet in this he spake truth, skin for skin, and all that a man hath will he give for his life, Job. 2.4.
The devil, though he was a liar from the beginning, yet in this he spoke truth, skin for skin, and all that a man hath will he give for his life, Job. 2.4.
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That scarcely for a righteous man will one dye, yet peradventure for a good man some would even dare to dye, intimating thereby that none will go so far,
That scarcely for a righteous man will one die, yet Peradventure for a good man Some would even Dare to die, intimating thereby that none will go so Far,
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If therefore this Church, in it's first reformation, and from whence she hath never deviated, save only in some few things, in meer condescention to our weak Brethren,
If Therefore this Church, in it's First Reformation, and from whence she hath never deviated, save only in Some few things, in mere condescension to our weak Brothers,
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I say, if this Church had then retained any thing sinful, Surely we can never imagine that Cranmer, Ridley, and Latimer, and divers others should have been so prodigal of their blood,
I say, if this Church had then retained any thing sinful, Surely we can never imagine that Cranmer, Ridley, and Latimer, and diverse Others should have been so prodigal of their blood,
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To say that we have greater light now, and that we do espy those deformities in it, which they, at that time, were not aware of, is to charge those holy men with ignorance and blindness (which is but an ill requital) who were as quicksighted,
To say that we have greater Light now, and that we do espy those deformities in it, which they, At that time, were not aware of, is to charge those holy men with ignorance and blindness (which is but an ill requital) who were as quick-sighted,
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as holy and conscientious as any of our greatest zealots and pretenders now. But Secondly, if there be any person that entertains any such suspition of our Church,
as holy and conscientious as any of our greatest zealots and pretenders now. But Secondly, if there be any person that entertains any such suspicion of our Church,
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And so may we argue much after the same manner here, if this Church was any ways of the Church of Rome, the Church of Rome would rather love then hate it,
And so may we argue much After the same manner Here, if this Church was any ways of the Church of Rome, the Church of Room would rather love then hate it,
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This very consideration, I say, together with the former, will most clearly vindicate and acquit it, in the judgment of every honest and unprejudiced person, from that first objection which is so commonly made against it, (viz) it's too near complyance with the Church of Rome, and it's superstitions. Again
This very consideration, I say, together with the former, will most clearly vindicate and acquit it, in the judgement of every honest and unprejudiced person, from that First objection which is so commonly made against it, (videlicet) it's too near compliance with the Church of Rome, and it's superstitions. Again
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Secondly, their second objection is this, That this Church commands, and enjoyns those ceremonies in her worship and service, which are no where commanded by God,
Secondly, their second objection is this, That this Church commands, and enjoins those ceremonies in her worship and service, which Are not where commanded by God,
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But why, I wonder, should they lay so great stress upon this objection, as they commonly do? What can be more easily answered? What though God hath not particularly and precisely commanded such ceremonies? What is all this to their purpose, since he hath commanded by his Apostle, in the 1. Cor. 14. ult. That all things should be done decently and in order? And therefore so long as the Church enjoynes, no other then such as tend meerly to the preservation of decency and order, What fault can any man justly find with her for it? It is altogether impossible to perform any worship to God without some ceremonies.
But why, I wonder, should they lay so great stress upon this objection, as they commonly do? What can be more Easily answered? What though God hath not particularly and precisely commanded such ceremonies? What is all this to their purpose, since he hath commanded by his Apostle, in the 1. Cor. 14. ult. That all things should be done decently and in order? And Therefore so long as the Church enjoins, no other then such as tend merely to the preservation of decency and order, What fault can any man justly find with her for it? It is altogether impossible to perform any worship to God without Some ceremonies.
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And therefore these persons that exclaim so much, against a ceremony must needs be NONLATINALPHABET, not only accusers but condemners of themselves too,
And Therefore these Persons that exclaim so much, against a ceremony must needs be, not only accusers but condemners of themselves too,
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Seing therefore that the worship of God cannot be performed without some ceremonies, and since any of them is in itsself as lawful as the other, the superior surely may appoint, which he in reason and conscience thinks most fitting,
Sing Therefore that the worship of God cannot be performed without Some ceremonies, and since any of them is in itself as lawful as the other, the superior surely may appoint, which he in reason and conscience thinks most fitting,
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And he that doth disobey any of these things, after it is so commanded and appointed, can never excuse himself from that sin of disobedience to Governors.
And he that does disobey any of these things, After it is so commanded and appointed, can never excuse himself from that since of disobedience to Governors.
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Suppose now that some of them should come and tell you, that you exceed your bounds, that you take too much upon you, in restraining them thus of their liberty,
Suppose now that Some of them should come and tell you, that you exceed your bounds, that you take too much upon you, in restraining them thus of their liberty,
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Suppose one, that is a little more sawcy and confident than the rest, should venture to tell you, that if you intend to have his company at your prayers, they shall then be at such an hour,
Suppose one, that is a little more saucy and confident than the rest, should venture to tell you, that if you intend to have his company At your Prayers, they shall then be At such an hour,
What, I pray, would you now think of these people? What would you, their Masters and Governors, do to such servants? Would you think that you your selves had done any thing amiss herein,
What, I pray, would you now think of these people? What would you, their Masters and Governors, do to such Servants? Would you think that you your selves had done any thing amiss herein,
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And therefore when he hath by his Laws enjoyned such and such ceremonies, as are no ways contrary to the commands of God, you that disobey your Prince in these things, do justifie your own children and servants in their disobedience to your selves.
And Therefore when he hath by his Laws enjoined such and such ceremonies, as Are no ways contrary to the commands of God, you that disobey your Prince in these things, do justify your own children and Servants in their disobedience to your selves.
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Abraham shall become a great and mighty Nation (says God) and then it follows, I know that he will command his children and his houshold after him, to keep the way of the Lord, Gen. 18.18.19.
Abraham shall become a great and mighty nation (Says God) and then it follows, I know that he will command his children and his household After him, to keep the Way of the Lord, Gen. 18.18.19.
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Thus you see, that this objection against our Church, of enjoyning some ceremonies, which are no where particularly and precisely commanded by God, is of no validity at all.
Thus you see, that this objection against our Church, of enjoining Some ceremonies, which Are not where particularly and precisely commanded by God, is of no validity At all.
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And that in regard the worship of God cannot be performed without some ceremonie, and who so fit (in order to the avoiding of confusion) to determine in this case as our Governors, to whom God hath enjoyned obedience,
And that in regard the worship of God cannot be performed without Some ceremony, and who so fit (in order to the avoiding of confusion) to determine in this case as our Governors, to whom God hath enjoined Obedience,
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and told us that we must submit to every ordinance of man for his sake? In regard, the Church doth no more then what every Master of a family doth expect, from his children and servants.
and told us that we must submit to every Ordinance of man for his sake? In regard, the Church does no more then what every Master of a family does expect, from his children and Servants.
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And that we may not pass the least part of the objection unanswered, I shall, in a few words, shew you, that this is not that will-worship which is condemned by St. Paul, and therefore they cannot have the least shadow of reason, to separate from our Church upon this account,
And that we may not pass the least part of the objection unanswered, I shall, in a few words, show you, that this is not that will-worship which is condemned by Saint Paul, and Therefore they cannot have the least shadow of reason, to separate from our Church upon this account,
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From thence he proceeds to speak against such superstitious people, as did forbid marriage, and the eating of some sorts of meat, as in themselves utterly unlawful.
From thence he proceeds to speak against such superstitious people, as did forbid marriage, and the eating of Some sorts of meat, as in themselves utterly unlawful.
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Now all the world must needs acquit our Church from this, when she hath plainly declared (as it is in the preface to the Common Prayer-Book) that none of these ceremonies are imposed, under the notion of necessary or religious,
Now all the world must needs acquit our Church from this, when she hath plainly declared (as it is in the preface to the Common Prayer-Book) that none of these ceremonies Are imposed, under the notion of necessary or religious,
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And that the enjoyning some ceremonies, which God hath not particularly and precisely commanded, is not that will-worship which is condemned by the Apostle;
And that the enjoining Some ceremonies, which God hath not particularly and precisely commanded, is not that will-worship which is condemned by the Apostle;
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and therefore we may reassume what we did at first lay down, and say, that to separate and divide from this Church, upon such accounts, is highly blameable in any, nay! Extreamly sinful.
and Therefore we may reassume what we did At First lay down, and say, that to separate and divide from this Church, upon such accounts, is highly blameable in any, nay! Extremely sinful.
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how commonly hath the world been deluded by specious pretences? When Mary anointed our Saviours feet with a pound of Spikenard, which (says the Text) was very costly;
how commonly hath the world been deluded by specious pretences? When Marry anointed our Saviors feet with a pound of Spikenard, which (Says the Text) was very costly;
because we shall thereby discover the true images of things, through those dark mists, which cunning but ungodly men, have endeavored to cast before the eyes of the vulgar;
Because we shall thereby discover the true Images of things, through those dark mists, which cunning but ungodly men, have endeavoured to cast before the eyes of the Vulgar;
There is no question to be made, but that there have been, and are still many such men in the world, who, viewing themselves in a false glass, do ( Pigmalion like) fall in love with their own parts;
There is no question to be made, but that there have been, and Are still many such men in the world, who, viewing themselves in a false glass, doe (Pigmalion like) fallen in love with their own parts;
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because that after the death of Agrippinus, he sufferr'd a repulse, and was put by the Bishoprick of Carthage. I could produce divers instances of the like kind, were it at all needful.
Because that After the death of Agrippinus, he suffered a repulse, and was put by the Bishopric of Carthage. I could produce diverse instances of the like kind, were it At all needful.
But what a sad thing is it, and how unchristian too, for men (who pretend to be holyer and more conscientious then others) to abuse and delude the world so grosly,
But what a sad thing is it, and how unchristian too, for men (who pretend to be Holier and more conscientious then Others) to abuse and delude the world so grossly,
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Certainly had they not quite laid aside, and forgotten some of the weightier precepts of the Gospel, they would quickly lay aside that vain fondness they have for themselves, they would cast an eye upon their deformities,
Certainly had they not quite laid aside, and forgotten Some of the Weightier Precepts of the Gospel, they would quickly lay aside that vain fondness they have for themselves, they would cast an eye upon their deformities,
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and no longer disturb the peace of the Church, upon this account, because they have not those honorable places in it, which they vainly and groundlesly think they do deserve.
and no longer disturb the peace of the Church, upon this account, Because they have not those honourable places in it, which they vainly and groundlessly think they do deserve.
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or, the desire of gaining riches and money, what sin is there indeed that the charming force of these will not perswade some men to? Judas betrayed his Master for Thirty Pieces of Silver;
or, the desire of gaining riches and money, what since is there indeed that the charming force of these will not persuade Some men to? Judas betrayed his Master for Thirty Pieces of Silver;
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And therefore, why may it not be supposed to be the root of this evil we are now speaking of (viz) of the disturbance of the peace of the Church? Nay!
And Therefore, why may it not be supposed to be the root of this evil we Are now speaking of (videlicet) of the disturbance of the peace of the Church? Nay!
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And there is as little question to be made, but that most of the zealous Preachers in the separated congregations, would soon return to that Church, which they have causlesly left and forsaken, were it not for the profit and advantage they reap by it.
And there is as little question to be made, but that most of the zealous Preachers in the separated congregations, would soon return to that Church, which they have causelessly left and forsaken, were it not for the profit and advantage they reap by it.
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yet it is easy to be observed, by any that will but a little inquire into it, that their liberality and bounty is so great towards them, that many of them will almost starve themselves and their families, to feed and to cloth their admired teachers;
yet it is easy to be observed, by any that will but a little inquire into it, that their liberality and bounty is so great towards them, that many of them will almost starve themselves and their families, to feed and to cloth their admired Teachers;
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they will leave themselves neither scrip, nor shooes, nor purse, rather then not be contributers towards filling the purses of those, whom they look upon to be the only soul-saving teachers.
they will leave themselves neither scrip, nor shoes, nor purse, rather then not be contributers towards filling the purses of those, whom they look upon to be the only Soul-saving Teachers.
Would they would consider how much alike they are, to the Priests and Prophets of Israel, spoken of by the Prophet Micah, Chap. 3.11. Who did teach for hire, and Divine for money (i.
Would they would Consider how much alike they Are, to the Priests and prophets of Israel, spoken of by the Prophet micah, Chap. 3.11. Who did teach for hire, and Divine for money (i.
Therefore shall Sion for your sakes be plowed like a field, and Jerusalem shall become heaps. But 3ly. ult. A third cause or reason of these persons separating from our Church, and consequently disturbing the peace and unity of it, is a fond and unjustifiable desire of preserving their reputation and credit.
Therefore shall Sion for your sakes be plowed like a field, and Jerusalem shall become heaps. But 3ly. ult. A third cause or reason of these Persons separating from our Church, and consequently disturbing the peace and unity of it, is a found and unjustifiable desire of preserving their reputation and credit.
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A good name is rather to be chosen then great riches, says Solomon. It is a pearl of such inestimable value, that there is no man that truly weighs it,
A good name is rather to be chosen then great riches, Says Solomon. It is a pearl of such inestimable valve, that there is no man that truly weighs it,
and abettors of a faction, and having thereby procured the name of zealous and holy men, we may as soon remove mountains as perswade them to renounce that cause,
and abettors of a faction, and having thereby procured the name of zealous and holy men, we may as soon remove Mountains as persuade them to renounce that cause,
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but we have more reason to think, that they were consulting their own credit, and whether, upon their conformity, the people would not only deride them but hate them too,
but we have more reason to think, that they were consulting their own credit, and whither, upon their conformity, the people would not only deride them but hate them too,
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why did they not at very first profess it openly, and tell the world as much without any more ado? and without so many meetings and debates about it? No! no! they then thought (what some of them have plainly enough declared since) that they did not scruple what we do,
why did they not At very First profess it openly, and tell the world as much without any more ado? and without so many meetings and debates about it? No! no! they then Thought (what Some of them have plainly enough declared since) that they did not scruple what we do,
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certainly they are of a quite different strain from the Apostles, who rejoyced that they were counted worthy to suffer shame for Gods sake, Acts 5.41.
Certainly they Are of a quite different strain from the Apostles, who rejoiced that they were counted worthy to suffer shame for God's sake, Acts 5.41.
But sure enough, that person that hath the education and training up of Children in any Religion, hath odds enough against any other that shall come after him;
But sure enough, that person that hath the education and training up of Children in any Religion, hath odds enough against any other that shall come After him;
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Prejudice is so sore an evil, that it will render the most convincing testimonies ineffectual. And of this the Jews, in rejecting the Messias, is an everlasting instance.
Prejudice is so soar an evil, that it will render the most convincing testimonies ineffectual. And of this the jews, in rejecting the Messias, is an everlasting instance.
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There was not so much as one single circumstance, either of time or place, of lineage or descent, of Doctrine or miracles, which their own writings had foretold him by, but he answer'd it exactly.
There was not so much as one single circumstance, either of time or place, of lineage or descent, of Doctrine or Miracles, which their own writings had foretold him by, but he answered it exactly.
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But they having imbibed an opinion, that the Messias was to be a great temporal Prince, that should fight their Battels and free them from all slavery;
But they having imbibed an opinion, that the Messias was to be a great temporal Prince, that should fight their Battles and free them from all slavery;
if the Church of England be despised and rejected too upon the same score? How commonly hath this Church (which is absolutely the best reformed Church throughout the whole world) been branded with the odious names, of superstition and Popery, from which (as I have shewed) she is the most innocent and free? How commonly have persons, in our late sad times, been trained up in an utter abhorrence of her? How frequently have we found some persons so prejudiced and incensed against her, that,
if the Church of England be despised and rejected too upon the same score? How commonly hath this Church (which is absolutely the best reformed Church throughout the Whole world) been branded with the odious names, of Superstition and Popery, from which (as I have showed) she is the most innocent and free? How commonly have Persons, in our late sad times, been trained up in an utter abhorrence of her? How frequently have we found Some Persons so prejudiced and incensed against her, that,
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and they are ready to cry out to us (as the possessed did to our Saviour in the Gospel) what have we to do with you? Are you come to torment us? altogether forgetting that caution of St. John, 1. John 4.1. Of trying the spirits, whether they be of God or no;
and they Are ready to cry out to us (as the possessed did to our Saviour in the Gospel) what have we to do with you? are you come to torment us? altogether forgetting that caution of Saint John, 1. John 4.1. Of trying the spirits, whither they be of God or no;
For upon this account it was, that our Saviour told the Pharisees, John 9.41. If ye were blind, ye should have no sin, but now ye say, we see, therefore your sin remaineth.
For upon this account it was, that our Saviour told the Pharisees, John 9.41. If you were blind, you should have no since, but now you say, we see, Therefore your since remains.
Secondly, A second cause or reason of these persons dislike of our Church, and consequently of their separation from it, is the want of Christian charity, I mean charity for their Governors;
Secondly, A second cause or reason of these Persons dislike of our Church, and consequently of their separation from it, is the want of Christian charity, I mean charity for their Governors;
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which if it could once be received and entertained amongst those many Gospel-graces, which they think themselves to be the only possessors of, we might then have some hopes of seeing them come into our Churches,
which if it could once be received and entertained among those many Gospel graces, which they think themselves to be the only Possessors' of, we might then have Some hope's of seeing them come into our Churches,
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Sure I am, that if we should go into any of the separated congregations and confused assemblies, a great part of that multitude could give us no good account of that concourse;
Sure I am, that if we should go into any of the separated congregations and confused assemblies, a great part of that multitude could give us no good account of that concourse;
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they are as little able to give us any good account, as the Child that is yet to learn his A. B. C. Like Parrots, they have only learnt the expression and the found,
they Are as little able to give us any good account, as the Child that is yet to Learn his A. B. C. Like Parrots, they have only learned the expression and the found,
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to suffer long and to be kind, not to behave it's self unseemly, not to be overhasty to think any evil, to bear all things, to believe all things, to hope all things, and to endure all things.
to suffer long and to be kind, not to behave it's self unseemly, not to be overhasty to think any evil, to bear all things, to believe all things, to hope all things, and to endure all things.
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And as if he had foreseen, that men would be ready to withhold their obedience to the commands of their Governors, under a pretence, that the things they command are not plain and clear to them,
And as if he had foreseen, that men would be ready to withhold their Obedience to the commands of their Governors, under a pretence, that the things they command Are not plain and clear to them,
As if he had foreseen, I say, this pretence, he hath annexed a very strong reason, to enforce their obedience to all things of this nature, which is this,
As if he had foreseen, I say, this pretence, he hath annexed a very strong reason, to enforce their Obedience to all things of this nature, which is this,
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do but consider that your Governors are placed over you by God himself, that they watch for your Souls, their main business is to see that you lead your lives in all godliness and honesty; Nay!
do but Consider that your Governors Are placed over you by God himself, that they watch for your Souls, their main business is to see that you led your lives in all godliness and honesty; Nay!
Thirdly, ult. Another cause or reason of those persons dislike of our Church, and consequently of their separation from it, is (if I may so express it) for want of a due use of their Christian liberty.
Thirdly, ult. another cause or reason of those Persons dislike of our Church, and consequently of their separation from it, is (if I may so express it) for want of a due use of their Christian liberty.
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for their not yielding obedience to their Governors in things indifferent (viz) that their commanding and enjoyning such things, doth too much intrench upon their Christian liberty,
for their not yielding Obedience to their Governors in things indifferent (videlicet) that their commanding and enjoining such things, does too much entrench upon their Christian liberty,
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And if they would but impartially consult the true meaning of that Text, which they so commonly have recourse to, Gall. 5.1. They would find that the liberty which the Apostle there speaks of, is not that liberty which they challenge to themselves.
And if they would but impartially consult the true meaning of that Text, which they so commonly have recourse to, Gall. 5.1. They would find that the liberty which the Apostle there speaks of, is not that liberty which they challenge to themselves.
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That freedom which our Saviour Christ purchas'd for us, is a freedom from sin, freedom from the curse of the law, freedom from the ceremonial Law of Moses, as Circumcision and Sacrifices,
That freedom which our Saviour christ purchased for us, is a freedom from since, freedom from the curse of the law, freedom from the ceremonial Law of Moses, as Circumcision and Sacrifices,
as to purchase freedom for us in things absolutely indifferent (i. e.) in such things as were in their own nature indifferent, concerning which there was no command.
as to purchase freedom for us in things absolutely indifferent (i. e.) in such things as were in their own nature indifferent, Concerning which there was no command.
If I forget thee, O Jerusalem, let my right hand forget her cunning (says holy David) and if I do not remember thee, let my tongue cleave to the roof of my mouth, Psalm. 137.5.6. verses.
If I forget thee, Oh Jerusalem, let my right hand forget her cunning (Says holy David) and if I do not Remember thee, let my tongue cleave to the roof of my Mouth, Psalm. 137.5.6. Verses.
Let us not forget her many enemies, especially those Edomites (be they Papists or others) that cry out down with her, down with her, even to the ground.
Let us not forget her many enemies, especially those Edomites (be they Papists or Others) that cry out down with her, down with her, even to the ground.
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And as for others, who may possibly mean well, but are most miserably misled and deluded, let us pray unto God, that it would please him to bring into the way of truth all such as have erred and are deceived.
And as for Others, who may possibly mean well, but Are most miserably misled and deluded, let us pray unto God, that it would please him to bring into the Way of truth all such as have erred and Are deceived.
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And let us not forget to pray for our Governors too, let us pray unto God, that it would please him to bless and keep the Magistrates, giving them grace to execute justice and to maintain truth.
And let us not forget to pray for our Governors too, let us pray unto God, that it would please him to bless and keep the Magistrates, giving them grace to execute Justice and to maintain truth.
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and for the prosperity and safety and peace of our Jerusalem, even so long till we shall all come to the enjoyment of the heavenly Jerusalem, and to associate with an innumerable company of Angels;
and for the Prosperity and safety and peace of our Jerusalem, even so long till we shall all come to the enjoyment of the heavenly Jerusalem, and to associate with an innumerable company of Angels;
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Which that we all of us may, God of his infinite mercy grant for the merits sake of his Son Jesus Christ, to whom with the Father and the holy spirit, be all honor and glory and praise now and for ever. Amen. FINIS.
Which that we all of us may, God of his infinite mercy grant for the merits sake of his Son jesus christ, to whom with the Father and the holy Spirit, be all honour and glory and praise now and for ever. Amen. FINIS.
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